: a solemn promise or assertion
specifically
: one by which a person is bound to an act, service, or condition
vowed; vowing; vows
: to make a vow
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Examples of vow in a Sentence
Noun
The monks take a vow of silence.
The bride and groom exchanged vows.
The mayor made a vow to reduce crime.
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Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
The archaeologists also believe that the ax had a votive element, not used in war, but given as a gift to a deity as a vow, according to the release.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2024
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Noun
The pair exchanged vows in front of 40 guests at Bethesda Terrace, which overlooks the southern shore of the Lake in Central Park, followed by cocktails and a private dinner at the Lambs Club.
—Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
The archaeologists also believe that the ax had a votive element, not used in war, but given as a gift to a deity as a vow, according to the release.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2024
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“Vow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vow. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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vow
1 of 2 noun
: a solemn promise or statement
vow
2 of 2 verb1
: to make a vow or as a vow
2
: to bind or make holy by a vow
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